Pienso En Tí

The song 'Pienso En Tí' by Cheo Feliciano is a poignant expression of longing and regret. The lyrics convey the emotions of someone who has fallen deeply in love but failed to act on those feelings, leading to a sense of loss and yearning. The title itself, which translates to 'I Think of You,' sets the tone for a reflective and introspective journey through the singer's memories and desires.

Cheo Feliciano, known for his contributions to Salsa and Bolero music, often infused his songs with deep emotion and romantic themes. In 'Pienso En Tí,' he captures the universal experience of seeing someone and feeling an instant connection, yet not seizing the moment to express those feelings. The repetition of the lines 'Te vi pasar' ('I saw you pass by') and 'me enamoré de ti' ('I fell in love with you') emphasizes the moment of infatuation that haunts the narrator. The realization that the other person might also have had feelings for them adds to the tragedy of the missed opportunity.

The song's melancholic tone is further enhanced by the imagery of the love interest as a 'visión divina' ('divine vision') that has vanished like smoke. This metaphor suggests that the chance for love was not just missed but has now become something ethereal and unreachable. The repeated desire to dream of the person indicates a wish to escape reality and live in a world where the love could have been actualized. 'Pienso En Tí' is a beautiful, if sorrowful, ode to the one that got away and the enduring power of love that lingers in the heart and mind.